Stella L. Barrett
Mims,USA
Summary
Dedicated emergency room nurse transitioning to doctoral family nurse practitioner with over 20 years of experience in emergency and acute care. Expertise in comprehensive patient assessment, preventive health strategies, and management of acute and chronic conditions. Committed to promoting health equity in rural communities through evidence-based practices and patient advocacy. Board Certified Nurse Practitioner skilled in clinical expertise, administrative coordination, and conflict resolution to enhance patient care outcomes.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Practitioner
Medfast Urgent Care Center
Titusville, FL
07.2025 - Current
- Conduct holistic assessments that consider not only physical symptoms, but also emotional, social, and environmental factors that impact the patient’s health.
- Use empathetic communication, including active listening, validating emotions, and offering reassurance, to build trust and ease distress during urgent visits.
- Support continuity of care by coordinating follow-ups, educating patients on next steps, and ensuring smooth transitions to specialists or primary care.
- Engage in shared decision-making to align treatment plans with the patient’s values, cultural preferences, and goals, especially for chronic conditions.
- Create a calm, patient-centered environment, even in fast-paced settings, by respecting privacy, offering comfort measures, and being present during vulnerable moments.
Emergency Room Clinical Coordinator
Parrish Medical Center
01.2016 - Current
- Collects current symptoms and detailed patient history to coordinate care plans with the healthcare team.
- Performs triage, considering both physical and psychosocial elements.
- Manages basic life support needs and stabilizes patients by nursing standards.
- Administers and monitors prescribed medications, IV therapy, and emergency treatments.
- Assists physicians during exams, diagnostic testing, and medical procedures.
- Provides patient education regarding disease management, rehabilitation, and lifestyle modifications.
- Leads initiatives to enhance emergency department efficiency and throughput.
- Assists in sexual assault examinations and ensures appropriate reporting.
- Educates staff on the Meditech system and emergency protocols.
Registered Nurse
Rockledge Regional Medical Center
01.2004 - 01.2021
- Delivered patient-centered care for diverse populations in emergency and acute care settings.
- Monitored patients, managed critical medications, and performed sterile procedures.
- Participated in code team response and emergency interventions.
- Managed a seven-room psychiatric unit while fulfilling charge duties.
- Coordinated Stroke and STEMI care using evidence-based protocols.
- Assisted in sexual assault examinations and forensic evidence collection.
- Led quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes and workflow efficiency.
- Provided conscious sedation and procedural monitoring in diagnostic imaging.
Emergency Room Charge Nurse
Parrish Medical Center
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Supervised nursing care assignments based on patient acuity.
- Assisted in patient flow management and department coordination.
- Ensured compliance with hospital policies and patient care standards.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Parrish Medical Center
01.2008 - 01.2015
- Provided care for patients across the lifespan in high-acuity settings.
- Assisted with Trauma, Stroke, Sepsis, and STEMI patient care, ensuring rapid response and interventions.
- Acted as a key resource for IV therapy and procedural support.
Per Diem Registered Nurse
CVS Pharmacies
01.2021
- Provided vaccinations and patient education in a retail healthcare setting.
Education
DNP-FNP -
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL05.2025
BSN -
Eastern Florida State College
Cocoa, FL01.2021
ASN -
Florida Community College
Jacksonville, FL01.2004
Associate Degree -
Santa Fe Community College
Gainesville, FL01.2002
Lifestyle Medicine Certification (Dip ACLM) -
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FLSkills
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Electronic health records management
- Emergency care expertise
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Forensic nursing skills
- Leadership and mentorship
- Patient education strategies
- Epidemiology knowledge
- Healthcare quality improvement
Certification
- DNP, FNP-BC
- BLS, ACLS, PALS, CPI, NRP, EKG, C.E.N., S.A.N.E.-A Trained, NIH Stroke Scale Certified
- The School of Applied Functional Medicine – The Essential Gut Deep Dive (April 2025)
References
References available upon request.
Additional Experience
- Research on reducing blood culture contamination rates.
- Active participant in healthcare quality and safety initiatives.
- Committed to community health and preventative care efforts.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner
Medfast Urgent Care Center
07.2025 - Current
Per Diem Registered Nurse
CVS Pharmacies
01.2021
Emergency Room Clinical Coordinator
Parrish Medical Center
01.2016 - Current
Emergency Room Charge Nurse
Parrish Medical Center
01.2015 - 01.2016
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Parrish Medical Center
01.2008 - 01.2015
Registered Nurse
Rockledge Regional Medical Center
01.2004 - 01.2021
DNP-FNP -
Florida State University
BSN -
Eastern Florida State College
ASN -
Florida Community College
Associate Degree -
Santa Fe Community College
Lifestyle Medicine Certification (Dip ACLM) -
Florida State University
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